By Beverly Ewart
A Cozy New Hobby, Anyone?
Finding that you’ve got a lot of time on your hands? Don’t want to get too tangled up in holiday prep? Too many cooks in the kitchen?
How about finding a cozy nook and taking up a simple new hobby?
Get Started in Finger Knitting by Sabrina-Rose Benedict has just been delivered to CFL, and you might want to check it out. If you find yourself hooked, don’t forget that we have cozy nooks here – AND we have yarn! How is that for a minimal investment in a potential new hobby? Come by, check out the book, and help yourself to free yarn from the yarn basket.
Get Started in Finger Knitting: Patterns and Instructions for Making Chunky Blankets, Cozy Pillows, and Cute Stuffies by Hand by Sabrina-Rose Benedict. “Discover the cozy, calming art of needle-free knitting!
From viral internet sensation Sabrina-Rose Benedict of Sab’s Stuffies comes a step-by-step guide to hand-knitting blankets, pillows, and adorable critters from chunky yarn – no tools required!
Sabrina brings you a fun, accessible way to create beautiful projects without any complicated tools. Start with the basics – learn the best yarns to use and master techniques like making a slipknot and adding rows. Then dive into 17 super-soft, beginner-friendly projects. Whether you’re looking to relax or get creative, you’ll love this enjoyable craft that’s taking the online world by storm.” ~ Publisher
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The GIVING TREE is up at CFL! Please take an envelope and fill it with a donation toward vouchers for parents to buy local clothing, gifts, and toys for their children. Each family will receive vouchers for food, and each child will receive a hand-knit hat and new pajamas.
If you prefer to make an online donation, you can use the QR code on the sign next to our tree or give to ccpcanton.org. This program is sponsored by the Church and Community Program, 30 Court Street, Canton, NY.
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Chess Free Play at CFL – Chess Club with Ryan meets on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 3-4. Tuesday is free play, and Thursday is learn to play. We welcome chess players of all ages and levels to take part in our weekly get-togethers!
Grab a board, find a friend, and start a game at any open table in the Main Reading Room. Other board games are available or bring your own.
For more details, contact Ryan at 315.854.6123.
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TEEN ANIME meets on Thursdays from 5-7pm.
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Chess Club with Zach! – Thursdays 3-4 PM in the main room: Curious about Chess but don’t know where to start? Try Chess Club with Zach! We offer rudimentary instruction and a judgement free space for younger players to establish and build on their fundamentals. No registration needed, ages 12 and below. Questions? Contact Zach at zwoodleywhite@ncls.org
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CHILDREN’S PROGRAMS:
Children’s Programming at the Canton Free Library
O-17 months: Baby Storytime is for our library babies and their caregivers. We’ll share books, bounce rhymes, songs, finger plays, lots of smiles, and then close with social/play time. Tuesdays 10:30-11:30 am. No registration is needed.
18-35 months: Toddler Storytime for children and their caregivers. We’ll share books, rhymes, music, movement, and lots more early literacy fun! Mondays 10:30-11:00 am. No registration is necessary during the school year.
3-5 years: Preschool Storytime is for children and their caregivers. Stories, songs, movement, crafts, friends, and lots of fun! Wednesdays 10:30-11:15 am. No registration is needed during the school year.
K-2nd grade: Each month at Books and Beyond, we’ll explore themes with books, activities, games, and art. Books and Beyond meets each third Thursday afternoon from 3-4 pm. Registration for each month is required by the Monday before the program.
3rd-6th grade: Tween Time offers a mix of cool crafts, art exploration, games, STEAM, and book talks of popular and classic literature. Tween Time meets every fourth Thursday afternoon from 3-4 pm. Registration for each month is required by the Monday before the program.
K-6th grade: Lego Club: A different challenge/theme will be given at the start of each meeting. Lego Club meets on the last Monday of the month (unless that’s a holiday, whereupon the date will be announced) from 3:00-4:00pm. Registration is required by the Friday before the program, but it fills fast! Don’t wait!
Ages 5-up: Arts After School: Artist Kris Rozelle will lead a different art project each month for kids 5 and up. Arts After School is free, but registration is needed for each class. Since class size is limited, please let us know if your registered child cannot attend so another child may have their spot. Thanks!
Battle of the Books: The 2026 list for the NCLS Battle of the Books for children in grades 4-6 is out! It may be found on our website, our Facebook page, or you may pick up a copy in the children’s room at the library.
For questions or registration email Ms. Val at vwhite@ncls.org or
call 315-386-3712 ext. 4
Programs are sponsored by the Friends of the Canton Free Library and the St. Lawrence County Youth Bureau.
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Curbside Service is always available: Call (315) 386-3712 and choose option 1 “Front Desk,” or send an email to canlib@ncls.org.
MORLEY BRANCH is open Tuesday 1pm-3pm; Wednesday 4pm-6pm; Thursday 10am-12pm. Call for more information: (315) 379-0066.
RENSSELAER FALLS BRANCH is open on Tuesdays from 11am – 5pm. Call the library at (315) 344-4155 for more information.
CANTON BRANCH is open 9am-6pm Monday – Friday; 10am-3pm Saturday. Contact us at (315) 386-3712 or cantonfreelibrary.org.